Imagine a salad that's not just a side dish, but a flavor explosion that transforms your entire meal experience! This Salad with Oranges and Avocado is a culinary masterpiece that combines the zesty brightness of fresh oranges, the creamy richness of ripe avocado, and the peppery bite of red onion. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, busy professionals, or anyone looking to elevate their everyday eating, this recipe is about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 2 oranges, segmented
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the mixed greens thoroughly under cool running water and pat dry using a clean kitchen towel or salad spinner.
- Peel the oranges carefully, removing all white pith. Using a sharp knife, segment the oranges by cutting between the membranes to create clean, juicy orange segments.
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and carefully dice the flesh into small, even cubes. To prevent browning, you can toss the avocado cubes with a little lemon juice.
- Peel the red onion and slice it very thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer to create delicate, translucent rings.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper to create a simple vinaigrette dressing.
- In a large salad bowl, spread the mixed greens as a base layer.
- Arrange the orange segments, diced avocado, and thinly sliced red onion evenly over the greens.
- Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the salad just before serving.
- Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are lightly coated with dressing, being careful not to bruise the delicate ingredients.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, crisp textures and vibrant flavors.
Tips
- Choose the ripest avocados - look for ones that yield slightly to gentle pressure but aren't mushy.
- Use fresh, high-quality olive oil for the best-tasting vinaigrette.
- Segment oranges just before serving to maintain their juicy freshness.
- Slice red onions as thin as possible for a delicate flavor and texture.
- If preparing in advance, keep the dressing separate and add just before serving to prevent wilting.
- For extra protein, consider adding grilled chicken or toasted nuts.
- Use a mandoline for perfectly uniform onion slices if you have one available.
- Chill your serving plates beforehand for an extra-refreshing experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
